Chris has the same infectious enthusiasm and gratitude as Brian Johnson. They both know their job and seem to always have that youngster like fun doing it.
I saw the Razor's Edge show in 1990. The next day I worked Sunday shift at my restaurant. My first table was Chris, dining by himself. I knew who he was right away as I was a drummer and had been following him since his joining ACDC. He was just as you see him here - very kind and he welcomed my recognizing him. Blown away by his kindness in signing an autograph, remembering my name and even drawing the ACDC logo. His drumming on Blinded By The Light (Manfred Mann) blew me away as a kid back in 1976.
Chris is such a pro. I remember seeing him back in the 80's with the supergroup The Firm with Jimmy Page, Paul Rogers, and Tony Franklin. Kick ass drummer!
Whilst Rudd is the authentic sound of the band, Slade's drumming style really blended in perfectly on The Razor’s Edge, especially on numbers like Shot of Love, Fire Your Guns and obviously Thunderstruck.
I like the power of Chris' drums playing it like thunder !! You'll always a members of the AC/DC family!! The Razors Edge was my first Album that i heard in the age of 10 or 11 and it was great!! Thanks a lot for this!! It was Love from the first time until yet ! 30 year later it is still love and i can't stand still if i listen to AC/DC !! Best Hard Rock Band on earth!!! Your Rock n Roll will never die!!! Your are Legends for all times!!! Thanks to all of you guys! In memory of Bon and Mal and all the AC/DC familymembers! We salute you...!
THIS GUY inspired me to start drumming. The '92 Live Compilation is burned into my memory and i STILL have trouble to play Heatseeker all the way through and GOD HAVE MERCY ON MY ARM, when it comes to Let there be Rock! It just NOPES out of my body. Those 8th notes are just INSANE to pull off 10 minutes straight! Some day...some day i will!
Chris technically in my opinion is much better than Phil..... Chris owned Thunderstruck! And the entire Razors edge album would not have been the same if Phil was there! One mans opinion... AC/DC laid down the foundation for hard pounding, road trip rocknroll!
@@randombotdude2083 AC/DC sounds like AC/DC only with Phil behind the kit. Just like Angus using old model guitars for the proper sound; Phil does the same with his (old) drums. I've only seen Ac/DC live twice; '81 and 2010. Both times with the Brian, Angus, Malcolm, Cliff, Phil lineup. Both shows were note for note and tempo to the original album songs. Not the 'fast play' that was common during Slade's run.
1:30 that’s rock and roll right there. Grabbing the attention of the much younger listeners. I’m 15 and I’ve been really into these guys for about a year, and my only regret is not finding them sooner
Chris Slade played drums for David Gilmour's solo tour back in '84 when Gilmour was touring for his "About Face" record ( search YT for David Gilmour live '84 Hammersmith Odeon - Slade does a fine job in that concert ) He also played drums for The Firm, a band formed by Jimmy Page and Paul Rodgers back in '85.
This Guys had a great Run over 40 years they stay true to That sound that got them Notice and it was theirs and no body was going to TELL them otherwise. Hey guys the ."Times are changing" if want to stay in the game.you need to.type B.S..I Thank to all at Royal halls of AC/DC . for delivering decades of your Highest Quality work. Guys
Although I will always prefer Phil Rudd and his minimalist, swinging groove, I really enjoy listening to AC/DC Live from 1992. Chris's drumming was SO fucking powerful and fast back then...I can't imagine keeping up a steady 4/4 beat at those tempos with no fill breaks for 5-10 minutes at a clip. His right arm must be made out of steel cables. However, it's now 25 years later and he's almost 70. He no longer plays with the insane fury and speed that he had back on The Razor's Edge tour, and he still doesn't have the Phil Rudd groove down, so ultimately I find his playing disappointing this time out. He's a great guy and I love that he stepped up to help the band out when Phil fucked up, but that inimitable groove is sorely missing.
It´s right with Phil´s groove, but he is not always a minimalist. Okay on Stiff upper lip he plays the first break in the eight´s song. But if you looked at Phil for example at Whole lotta Rosie and For those aboit to rock (specially live), you see, that he can play with much power, too and with much breaks (as you can also hear in the song "Black ice"). Phil smokes during Whole lotta Rosie but is a real hard rocking Rocker there.
keefriff99 I have the exact same opinion as you. I couldn't have put it better myself word for word. I loved chris playing on Donington 91 video but couldn't believe how much he failed on his latest stint with acdc. I also know that he was told to slow down the tempo on his return I've seen interviews maybe the slower pace doesn't suit him. Any way sadly I think acdc are finished now. Without Malcolm brian and cliff and with a clown like axl rose singing.
Phil has been my inspiration as a drummer for 30 years, but ACDC were gifted with 3 great rock drummers. Angus and Mal would never have settled for anything else.
Phil Rudd is the best drummer for AC/DC, but Simon Wright was pretty damn good too. I loved his style. Chris slade......nah, the songs just felt rushed and the sound from his drums on the razors edge tour was awful. Sounded like none of the drums were tuned up, and his symbols just sounded so tinny. Not for me.
I loved Slades work with Manfred Manns earth Band and of course The Firm, he really has done a great job filling in for Phil Rudd in recent years as well as his contribution from 1990-92
Each drummer, -Phil Rudd, Simon Wright, and Chris Slade-had their own style of playing and each made a vital contribution to the band in their own way.
tbh slade is way better than Rudd. He gets sooooo into it when he plays its awesome to watch. Rudd just kinda sits there and plays, not much to watch. Slade has the passion I love it
First my AC/DC VHS tape gave me father. And it was video concert from Donnington. My...drummer was absolutely crazy. He scared mr always, when I watch this concert.
No disregard to Phil. I saw AC/DC with both drummer's , Chris Slade is a much better artist than Phil Rudd. You can't compare the two. Phil is an original member. But to often he never cared about the brand he represents. In the book and hearts of many fans he blue it. Period. Chris is the man now.
Aquilo que ele fez em Let There Be Rock em 1991 não é brincadeira não, o cara é uma FUCKING MÁQUINA DE TOCAR BATERIA, eu teria desmaiado KAKAAKAKKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAK
I miss Brian today much as fans of the early 80's missed Bonn then but... what's important to keep in mind is that both Bonn and Brian left for reasons in no way related to any ill will towards AC/DC. For Bonn it was the love of the party, and for Brian it was an indirect result of the love of speed. For Malcolm it was the cruelty that is life but I don't get upset... he accomplished and experienced more joy than most ever will. However unfortunate as the conditions are - it is what it is. We as fans have two choices, give up and move on - or embrace the future... never forget that the last tragedy was followed up with Back in Black, and that we can all agree is a wonderful thing.
We can all agree Chris is good, Phil has set the pace years ago Now this axle deal I do not care about it any way and I understand acdc had to fulfill contract obligations but really? They were plenty of low name singers out there that could have done a better job
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One thing I'll always love about Chris Slade, is that he always just looks like he's having a shit ton of fun.
Same can be said about any member . Doesnt make it right or classy
Chris has the same infectious enthusiasm and gratitude as Brian Johnson. They both know their job and seem to always have that youngster like fun doing it.
The best drummer for ACDC, soul, passion, love, timing... transmits a lot when he plays drums
Definitely not the best drummer for the band. Phil will always hold that position. Chris is great but this comment is blasphemy
Great Drummer But That Place Will Always Belong To Phil Rudd
I saw the Razor's Edge show in 1990. The next day I worked Sunday shift at my restaurant. My first table was Chris, dining by himself. I knew who he was right away as I was a drummer and had been following him since his joining ACDC. He was just as you see him here - very kind and he welcomed my recognizing him. Blown away by his kindness in signing an autograph, remembering my name and even drawing the ACDC logo. His drumming on Blinded By The Light (Manfred Mann) blew me away as a kid back in 1976.
Gee thanks for sharing that!
Didnt realise he played with Manfred Man s Earth Band back in the '70s
Best wishes for the New Year!
@@Teacher-lj6in Same, that's cool, love that song.
Chris is one of my favourite drummers just because of the sheer power and joy he has when he’s playing
this dude got my attention wen AC/DC played at donnington great performance I don't mind him at all.
Because he is an asshole!
@@jonathanlinharesdecarvalho487 no he's not
What's the song at 0:15?
BambamPewpew32 "Rock 'N' Roll Damnation" from "Powerage" album, if you didn't get to know for now
@@TheRockinWeeb oh thanks I said it other places too and they answered too, thanks though
one of the best drummer I have ever seen in my entire live!!
Such a powerful drummer. He is my favorite AC/DC drummer and deserved much more respect. We salute you 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Chris is such a pro. I remember seeing him back in the 80's with the supergroup The Firm with Jimmy Page, Paul Rogers, and Tony Franklin. Kick ass drummer!
Rusty Shackleford I sawThe Firm too. Back in my high school days.
He played for TomJones
...and was the first drummer in Manfred Mann's Earth Band, playing on their first seven album's released 1972-1976.
One of the absolute greatest drummers ever
Whilst Rudd is the authentic sound of the band, Slade's drumming style really blended in perfectly on The Razor’s Edge, especially on numbers like Shot of Love, Fire Your Guns and obviously Thunderstruck.
AGREE
How many adv adverbs, do you need?!
@@Sagittarius-81
Take your meds.
@@greatdelusion7654 I made, apples.
yeah! glad you mentioned 'shot of love' the drumming on that one is so tastily tight
even if Phil is back on the band but still Thank you Chris!! you'll always be Mr. Thunderstruck! 👍👍
For ever yesss !!!…. ⚡️⚡️⚡️🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
I like the power of Chris' drums playing it like thunder !!
You'll always a members of the AC/DC family!!
The Razors Edge was my first Album that i heard in the age of 10 or 11 and it was great!!
Thanks a lot for this!! It was Love from the first time until yet ! 30 year later it is still love and i can't stand still if i listen to AC/DC !!
Best Hard Rock Band on earth!!!
Your Rock n Roll will never die!!!
Your are Legends for all times!!!
Thanks to all of you guys!
In memory of Bon and Mal and all the AC/DC familymembers!
We salute you...!
Razor's Edge album, live album and Big Gun. Enough said, Slade is a legend and ACDC fans love him 👌
What a legend. He has one of my all time fav drum setups!
THIS GUY inspired me to start drumming.
The '92 Live Compilation is burned into my memory and i STILL have trouble to play Heatseeker all the way through and GOD HAVE MERCY ON MY ARM, when it comes to Let there be Rock! It just NOPES out of my body. Those 8th notes are just INSANE to pull off 10 minutes straight!
Some day...some day i will!
What about now?
Let there be rock you have to go at the literal speed of sound
Bollox
FACTS! The live version of That's The Way I Wanna Rock N' Roll is literally 20bpm faster than the album version, but it sounds SO GOOD!!!
Bollox
Dude is a beast, AC/DC is my favorite band hands down, and with this monster, amazing!!!
Great musician, Great drummer!!
In two words:
Chris Slade !!
I hope Chris tours/records with AC/DC again soon
Chris is a humble Gent and a total class act 😎👊💥🇬🇧🔥🔝🔥💥🇬🇧
Always loved watching Chris drum. His style just stands out. My favorite AC/DC to watch live by far.
We needed the "thump" as Malcolm clearly said & that was "Phil Rudd" !
Chris technically in my opinion is much better than Phil..... Chris owned Thunderstruck! And the entire Razors edge album would not have been the same if Phil was there! One mans opinion... AC/DC laid down the foundation for hard pounding, road trip rocknroll!
Chris is a awsome drummer and I love his side drumming methods.
Chris Slade was the best replacement hands down!
Simon Wright is better..easy
Yeah, but I’m kinda glad Phil Rudd is coming back.
@@randombotdude2083
AC/DC sounds like AC/DC only with Phil behind the kit.
Just like Angus using old model guitars for the proper sound; Phil does the same with his (old) drums.
I've only seen Ac/DC live twice; '81 and 2010.
Both times with the Brian, Angus, Malcolm, Cliff, Phil lineup.
Both shows were note for note and tempo to the original album songs.
Not the 'fast play' that was common during Slade's run.
@74 torino Agreed. Slade can't solo, but his groove is unstoppable.
Love this guys drumming. In the pocket!
Chris Slade is awesome
1:30 that’s rock and roll right there. Grabbing the attention of the much younger listeners. I’m 15 and I’ve been really into these guys for about a year, and my only regret is not finding them sooner
Live at Donington 1991 was part of modern rock folklores, and chris was part of that!!!
Chris Slade played drums for David Gilmour's solo tour back in '84 when Gilmour was touring for his "About Face" record ( search YT for David Gilmour live '84 Hammersmith Odeon - Slade does a fine job in that concert )
He also played drums for The Firm, a band formed by Jimmy Page and Paul Rodgers back in '85.
ac/dc the best rock and roll band ever.
KEEP ROCKIN CHRIS!!!
This Guys had a great Run over 40 years they stay true to That sound that got them Notice and it was theirs and no body was going to TELL them otherwise. Hey guys the ."Times are changing" if want to stay in the game.you need to.type B.S..I Thank to all at Royal halls of AC/DC . for delivering decades of your Highest Quality work. Guys
Miss THAT voice in this band @1:55
lol we all do. What idiot thinks axl's voice fits in with the band?
this idiot
opinions are welcome
Axl is better then Johnson because axl has more talent than him
BAŁ1ONA since when?
LEGEND!
Chris... in my heart... you are the best ac dc drummer ever..
Awesome! Really cool to hear the story on why he has those bassdrums there like that. rock on Chris!
Although I will always prefer Phil Rudd and his minimalist, swinging groove, I really enjoy listening to AC/DC Live from 1992. Chris's drumming was SO fucking powerful and fast back then...I can't imagine keeping up a steady 4/4 beat at those tempos with no fill breaks for 5-10 minutes at a clip. His right arm must be made out of steel cables.
However, it's now 25 years later and he's almost 70. He no longer plays with the insane fury and speed that he had back on The Razor's Edge tour, and he still doesn't have the Phil Rudd groove down, so ultimately I find his playing disappointing this time out.
He's a great guy and I love that he stepped up to help the band out when Phil fucked up, but that inimitable groove is sorely missing.
It´s right with Phil´s groove, but he is not always a minimalist. Okay on Stiff upper lip he plays the first break in the eight´s song. But if you looked at Phil for example at Whole lotta Rosie and For those aboit to rock (specially live), you see, that he can play with much power, too and with much breaks (as you can also hear in the song "Black ice"). Phil smokes during Whole lotta Rosie but is a real hard rocking Rocker there.
Phil is a machine !!!
keefriff99 I have the exact same opinion as you. I couldn't have put it better myself word for word. I loved chris playing on Donington 91 video but couldn't believe how much he failed on his latest stint with acdc. I also know that he was told to slow down the tempo on his return I've seen interviews maybe the slower pace doesn't suit him. Any way sadly I think acdc are finished now. Without Malcolm brian and cliff and with a clown like axl rose singing.
I thought he was way too fast first time around, no groove, and Brian barely got the words out.
He came out of Manfred Mann’s Earth Band which is a bad sign
Phil has been my inspiration as a drummer for 30 years, but ACDC were gifted with 3 great rock drummers. Angus and Mal would never have settled for anything else.
Dont forget Tony Currenti
Phil Rudd is the best drummer for AC/DC, but Simon Wright was pretty damn good too. I loved his style. Chris slade......nah, the songs just felt rushed and the sound from his drums on the razors edge tour was awful. Sounded like none of the drums were tuned up, and his symbols just sounded so tinny. Not for me.
I LOVE the way he plays the drums!!
AC⚡️DC, best band ever !!!!
What's the song at 0:15?
Led Zep
My all time favorite drummer
THE BEST DRUMMER OF AC/DC!
So cool that he can pull double duty as AC/DC's drummer and lead singer for Midnight Oil.
Good dude good drummer. Thanks for the beer mate!
If you ever go back and watch their show from donnington 91, Slade is the highlight of that entire show in my opinion
Super guy, SUPER drummer!
Great band... I love the drummer. He definitely drives the band! Not sure why this continues to randomly appear on my TH-cam
AC DC MATTERED! The Icons for straightforward, in-your-face R.O.C.K. You never compromised and we always get exactly what we want from you. Thank you!
The Razors Edge album will not be the same without Chris Slade
Will be the same?? Lol
@@Stickybobby typing error lmao
I loved Slades work with Manfred Manns earth Band and of course The Firm, he really has done a great job filling in for Phil Rudd in recent years as well as his contribution from 1990-92
Great Drummer
I loved the Razors Edge Tour when they came to my city!!!
Chris Slade! :D
the my most fev acdc album!!! and chris was in it!
live at Donington was legendary, and Chris ( again) was in it!
Each drummer, -Phil Rudd, Simon Wright, and Chris Slade-had their own style of playing and each made a vital contribution to the band in their own way.
Family-How true!🥁
My favorite Chris Slade memory is was when I watched the video of him going nuts playing let there be rock live in 1991 in Donington
AC/DC fucking rocks!!!!!
it's no ac/dc without Brian Johnson!!
I would say that about Bon
@Hayden brian era axl era bon era
tbh slade is way better than Rudd. He gets sooooo into it when he plays its awesome to watch. Rudd just kinda sits there and plays, not much to watch. Slade has the passion I love it
What's the song at 0:15?
Also yeah I agree I love him in the Thunderstruck video he gets so into his
@@bambampewpew32 rock and roll damnation
@@laineridley2143 ohh I just found that one but didn't recognize it lol thanks
@@bambampewpew32 no problem
Rudd way better. You don’t know what your talking about. Even Malcolm said Phil was the only drummer for the band. Geez
Chris Slade is hard Drums
If you didn't know; Chris Slade was the drummer in Manfred Mann.
Remember 'Blinded by the light?' yup; that's Chris
Damn i got the chills.
Slade was always the man for the job, shoulda never let him go. Shites all over rudd
Phil hired a hit man...Chris is the "Hit Man"!
Chris Slade best fit with the Firm
Always prefered him af a drummer, had way more energy
Yeh I always thought Phill Rudd put no effort in as time went by, and Chris had a way better groove.
@@Ganbakodon better groove?you're high?
@@mr.pink.244 No.
CHRIS IS GREAT
Thanks mate 🎸
Time keeper is an understatement... so solid and heavy. Seems like he should be 6-8 and 275lbs the way those drums sound. Awesome sauce
Thoes 2 bass drums on the side look so insane to me man, Dang
Chris is the better drummer but, Phil just has that groove. I hope he'll be able to tour again
One more thing,Axl Rose will destroy the band if he becomes permanent
Why?
Neither does slade... the last tour sounded like shit and the drums were the main reason it sounded bad
First my AC/DC VHS tape gave me father. And it was video concert from Donnington. My...drummer was absolutely crazy. He scared mr always, when I watch this concert.
Did a great job
CHRIS WAS STAND IN FOR PHIL RUDD,AND HE DID A BRILLIANT JOB THANKS CHRIS
What do you do for a living, Mate? I play drums in the greatest rock n roll band of all time.
No disregard to Phil. I saw AC/DC with both drummer's , Chris Slade is a much better artist than Phil Rudd. You can't compare the two. Phil is an original member. But to often he never cared about the brand he represents. In the book and hearts of many fans he blue it. Period. Chris is the man now.
what?stay off the crack man,phil invented this style,and played it to perfection,much easier to play some one elses parts than to create them,go try!
@@robertromanski43 Dude lolll . John Bonham is the man when it comes to this style. Except he was 10 times better .
I thought the title said Christ talks about playing drums in AC/DC... 😂
How come all british musicians are so damn down to earth and true?
Chris “ ThunderDrums “ Slade :
Best Drummer Since Simon Wright !!!
Video Starts with Phil Rudd playing - Just saying!
Captain Picards brother :)
Aquilo que ele fez em Let There Be Rock em 1991 não é brincadeira não, o cara é uma FUCKING MÁQUINA DE TOCAR BATERIA, eu teria desmaiado KAKAAKAKKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAK
Intro was "Overdose" one of my favourite accadacca choons ever.
it was Rock n Roll Damnation
I miss Brian today much as fans of the early 80's missed Bonn then but...
what's important to keep in mind is that both Bonn and Brian left for reasons in no way related to any ill will towards AC/DC.
For Bonn it was the love of the party, and for Brian it was an indirect result of the love of speed.
For Malcolm it was the cruelty that is life but I don't get upset... he accomplished and experienced more joy than most ever will.
However unfortunate as the conditions are - it is what it is.
We as fans have two choices, give up and move on - or embrace the future... never forget that the last tragedy was followed up with Back in Black, and that we can all agree is a wonderful thing.
Is it true you out down the drums for 2 or 3 years after your first stint with AC/DC? If it is, I like you all the more.
AC/DC use huge drum kits but use like 4-5 of the drums
A-side:
Rock 'N' Roll Damnation
B-side:
Thunderstruck
Chris, Stevie and axle are proof people are only there to see angus
Mr. Thunderstruck🫡🤘
I always thought Chris slade was AC/DC best stick man,
Check him out doing what I'd say with Tom Jones and the squires, just awesome
BEST DRUMMER IN THE WORLD
Slade shouldve replaced Phil Rudd permanently
👍👍
Hello Chris I'm Brian Lewis got hold off ACDC instrumental 2014 and put vocals on it and made a song hot down under its on my utube channel.
AC/DC is Phil Rudd, Cliff Williams, Malcolm Young, Angus Young and Bon Scott/Brian Johnson. Anyone else is just a fill-in, an asterisk.
We can all agree Chris is good, Phil has set the pace years ago
Now this axle deal I do not care about it any way and I understand acdc had to fulfill contract obligations but really? They were plenty of low name singers out there that could have done a better job
Axl did a fantastic job. Much better than his own shit ironically.